About Us

November 1997

Journey Begins

Our founder began providing mortgage education and support services to displaced residents as a result of the Atlanta, Georgia expansion of the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. 1000 residents
benefited as they transitioned from renters to owners.

March 1999

Community Mortgage Education

Partnered with members of the non-profit mortgage education community to provide a process to transition renters to responsible buyers who were fully prepared for homeownership.

January 2002

Mortgage School Founded

We focused on training and compliance activities and best practices primarily targeted to new entrants in mortgage loan origination and mortgage loan processing. Our school was founded on a real-world career preparation formula coupled with affordable alternatives for students.

December 2007

Mortgage Education Enhancements

We extended our education offerings to include state required pre-license and continuing education courses. The subprime mortgage crisis and new fair lending laws began moving the residential mortgage industry to require a more educated mortgage professional.

July 2008

SAFE Mortgage Licensing Act

The Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act (SAFE Act) was signed into law. It was designed to enhance consumer protections by setting minimum standards for licensing and registration of state licensed mortgage loan originators. Education and testing standards were mandated and Ameritrain was among the first mortgage education providers in the nation to be certified by the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS) to offer required pre-license education.

October 2009

TDR Introduced

Ameritrain introduced our Training, Development and Resource (TDR) methodology to assist students with national and state-specific exam preparation. This learning strategy enables Ameritrain to customize course content to meet individual learning styles within a defined structure allowing for more effective direction of instructional methods focused on key topics, testing techniques and exam strategies.

October 2017

Next Generation LMS Launched

In partnership with TiltSolutions, introduced a state-of-the-art LMS, a technologically advanced learning management system. With the tool, our partners can now manage their mortgage education compliance requirements all within a single platform, saving time and money.

Our Values

Vision

Ameritrain exists to inspire our customers to realize their personal goals through education. By applying proven learning strategies, we deliver tangible, measurable results which are meaningful to our customers.

Mission

Ameritrain is committed to fostering an environment where innovation is a catalyst for change which propels us to anticipate our customers' needs, deliver quality products and services to improve their lives, and cultivate a sustainable path for success.

FAQs

We’re here to help! Below are some frequently asked questions.

How long has Ameritrain been in business?

Ameritrain was established in 2002 with the sole purpose of providing quality mortgage education.

What course formats does Ameritrain offer?

We offer live, online, and webinar courses, primarily to the residential mortgage industry, to ensure we are able to meet the varied learning styles of our students.

Do I need a special user ID and password?

Ameritrain uses your email address as your username. Your password should be something that you can remember.

Why do I need to create a Biometric signature on some courses and not others?

Is my exam saved if I'm in the middle of an exam and lose my internet connection, or my computer freezes, or I have to reboot my computer?

Unfortunately, a test or quiz is saved only when it has been completed. If a test is timed out for inactivity or there is a connection failure, then you will need to retake the test from the beginning.

How do I request a refund?

Please send an email to support@ameritrain.com to request your refund. All refund requests must be made in writing.

Do I have to pass a final exam before exiting a NMLS-approved course?

Yes. You will need to pass a final exam before completing an online NMLS course. If you fail the exam, then you will have an opportunity to retake it as many times as needed to achieve a passing score. If you need assistance, please contact us for support.

My course is listed as "NEW". What does that mean?

A new status means that you have not started the course. Once you enter the course the status will change to active and is available for access.

Ameritrain offers a wide range of resources to support advanced learning and personal edification of our students and clients. We offer stand-alone tests that simulate the NMLS test format; eBooks with a high level of interactivity; specific state exam prep courses and materials; cram courses that consolidates a comprehensive course content; and summary guides for more complex subjects.

What happens if I do not remember my username or my password?

Your username is your email address. If you are unable to remember your email address you may contact our Ameritrain support line at (877) 406-0333 and one of our client services advisers will assist you. If you have forgotten your password, click on the 'Forgot password' link and your password will be sent to the email on record.

What if I make a purchase and I don't receive an email notification?

An email notification is sent automatically once you have completed your purchase. The notification may have gone to your email spam folder. Please review your spam folder. If the notification is not there, then contact us at support@ameritrain.com or call (877) 406-0333 for further assistance.

Do I need special computer technology to view an online course?

We support Mac- and Window-based computers. The browsers we support include:
Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer (Edge) and Safari

How are quizzes and tests structured?

Our quizzes and tests simulate the NMLS testing format where one question is available at a time. Correct answers have attached comments to help reinforce your learning. Once a test is completed, it is instantly graded. If organized in defined NMLS-approved testing categories, test results sections are displayed to help student gauge their performance in each testing area. If a student fails a test, it is immediately available for a retake.

Can I retake a quiz or test that I have already passed?

Quizzes are available for viewing after passing; however, tests are not available once you receive a passing score. Each test is available for printing, studying, and reviewing.

Once I have passed an end of course exam or a standalone test, will I be able to retake it after I have passed it?

Once you have passed a test, it is not available for retake; however, it is available for viewing and printing.

Our student advisers and instructors are available to provide support with any questions you may have. Contact your instructor directly for online instructor led courses. For all other course related or general questions, email support@ameritrain.com or call 877-406-0777 for assistance.

If I have placed an order for shipping, how can I verify that the order has been shipped? Is there tracking information?

Once your order has been shipped, you will receive an email that will contain your tracking/confirmation number. Please log on to USPS.com to obtain location information.

What happens if my computer freezes in the middle of taking a course?

The course has most likely timed out. NMLS requires education providers conform to mandatory time out requirements after a period of inactivity. Another reason could be a lost internet connection. You will need to re-enter the course to continue.

What happens if I walk away from my computer and when I return the course is gone from my computer screen?

The course has most likely timed out. NMLS requires education providers to conform to mandatory time-out requirements after a period of inactivity.

What shipping methods do you use?

All orders are shipped via USPS Priority Mail. Standard shipping time is as follows: 2-3 days in the contiguous United States and 4-5 days in Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and other US Territories. For additional shipping options please contact us at 877-406-0333.

What does the due date mean in my account?

The due date indicates how long the product will be available to the purchaser.

What do the terms "in progress", "completed", and "failed" mean?

"In progress" indicates you started the course but have not completed it yet. The term "Completed" means you finished the course and will receive credit for it. The term "failed" means you either did not pass an exam or you did not complete the course by the end date.

What is a product as it relates to the Ameritrain website?

All items are considered products which include, courses, tests, eBooks, and store items.

How does an instructor-led course work?

NMLS requires very specific functionality for instructor-led online courses. These courses require a specified start and end date. The student must participate in a virtual community and meet the time verification and authentication requirements. Students must enter the course within the first three days that the course becomes available or must wait until the next available date. NMLS does not allow a self-paced format for pre-license courses. All online pre-license course formats must be managed by an instructor.

What happens if I fail to complete an online course? Will I lose my money?

If a student fails to complete the course during the allotted time there will be a complimentary reschedule to the next available class of the student's choice. If the student fails to complete the course on the second registration, there will be a 50 percent tuition charged for the third attempt. The fourth attempt will require a full tuition charge.

Do you offer payment plans for your courses?

All course enrollments require prepayment. Payments may be made online or through the assistance of Ameritrain Enrollment Advisors. Payments made by check must be received 5 days prior to the event.

I want to register for a class but I am afraid of my information being shared with a third party.

We do not share your information with any company whose products and services are being marketed unless you authorize us to do so. These companies are not allowed to use this information for purposes beyond specific authorization. We also may share information about you within our corporate family.

I have completed the Online 20 HR SAFE Comprehensive Course, but would now like to take the Live 20 HR Course. What is the cost, and how do I register?

Students who complete the 20 HR Online SAFE Comprehensive Course may audit a LIVE 20 HR SAFE Comprehensive course within 60 days of completion for a charge of $100.00 or the difference between the cost of the two courses, whichever is greater. Please call Ameritrain at 1-877-406-0333 to register to audit a live course in your area.

Contract Opportunities

We have the following openings:

AI Certified NMLS Instructor

Become an Ameritrain Institute (AI) exclusive, certified, NMLS mortgage education instructor. Successful applicants will have a minimum of 5 years experience in the residential mortgage industry as a mortgage loan originator, processor, underwriter, trainer or a combination of these positions. Previous training and instruction experience preferred. To begin the process, complete the information below and attach a resume of qualifications and any additional information that may communicate details of experience. Selected applicants will be required to meet the AI certification standards before receiving certification AI will only respond to applicants that meet the minimum position qualifications. This is an independent contractor or a company sponsored position

AI Company Certified NMLS Instructor

Become an Ameritrain Institute (AI) exclusive, certified, Company NMLS mortgage education instructor. Successful applicants will have a minimum of 5 years experience in the residential mortgage industry as a mortgage loan originator, processor, underwriter, trainer or a combination of these positions. Previous training and instruction experience preferred.

Ameritrain Terms of Service

General Overview

Ameritrain uses a Training, Development, Resources (TDR) approach for a "real world," affordable, support-based training system. We are an approved mortgage education course provider with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) - ID#1400015. Our methods of delivery are state of the art and utilize the most current methods of training and instruction in mortgage education and professional development including:

Instructor-led online e-Learning

Self-paced online e-Learning

Live classes (Public and Private)

Online and live webinar formats (Public and Private)

For additional information about our operations, send an email via our contact us page or call a student support specialist at 1-877-406-0333.

Online Overview

Online courses are instructor-led, self-paced and webinar. Courses are designed to meet national and state requirements, and professional development mortgage education. Depending on national and state specific guidelines, online courses may be timed with user authentication.

Our online courses are delivered through the Ameritrain Learning Management System (ALMS), a customized e-Learning platform designed to deliver training through multiple media formats. The system utilizes "Vsecure" a time and authentication verification system designed to meet both nationwide and state regulatory requirements for delivery of online pre-license and continuing education courses.

Online NMLS Instructor Led

NMLS requires very specific functionality for Instructor-Led Online Courses. These courses require a specified start and end date. The student must participate in a virtual community and meet the time verification and authentication requirements. Students must enter the course within the first three days the course becomes available or must wait until the next available date. NMLS does not allow a self- paced format for pre-license courses. All online pre-license course formats must be managed by an instructor.

Free Retake - If a student fails to complete the course during the allotted time there will be a complementary reschedule to the next available class of the student's choice. If the student fails to complete the course on the second registration, there will be a 50 percent tuition charged for the third attempt. The fourth attempt will require a full tuition charge.

Online NMLS Self-Study

NMLS allows a self-study format for continuing education courses. Students must meet the minimum time and content requirements; however, there is no specific minimum time to finish the class. An instructor is not required to manage the course. Students should be aware of their state(s) requirements for continuing education deadlines for license renewal. Ameritrain also provides state required broker education training under this format.

Online Self-Paced

Ameritrain provides an online Self-Paced format for non-regulated national and state exam preparation and professional development mortgage training. Students are provided substantial flexibility with this course format.

NMLS Online/Live Webinar

Ameritrain provides NMLS approved courses via webinar or webcast formats for national, and state specific courses, including for use by private clients. These formats include instructor-to-student(s) or instructor-to-group real time facilitation. NMLS requires active participation by students during instructional periods. Webinar and webcast formats are ideal for in-house Ameritrain certified instructors providing training to company personnel.

Live Classes

Ameritrain’s live classroom training is delivered at our training facility in Atlanta, Georgia or, at other venues throughout the United States. Live classes utilize Ameritrain Certified Instructors with substantial mortgage industry experience. Our classes include a comprehensive course manual delivered in a highly participatory environment. Participants can expect to receive complementary post course online supports, including multiple practice examinations at the conclusion of each course.

Private Class Policy

Ameritrain provides private classes for the benefit of its clients. Private events include an Ameritrain certified instructor and course materials with the host (client) providing the facility. Private classes require special arrangements for scheduling, travel and accommodations. To ensure the highest level of client service, Ameritrain requires a minimum tuition for each event. The minimum tuition must be received at least 14 days prior to the training event.

Testing

Ameritrain has developed a series of tests to prepare students for national and state pre-license mortgage loan originator exams. Our live classroom testing format includes in-class participatory quizzes and an exam simulation test structure for both NMLS national and state components. Online test formats are delivered within the ALMS platform which includes questions randomly selected from a pool
of hundreds of questions. Grading is instantaneous upon completion providing correct answers with comments to assist with students’ transfer of learning.

Questions are organized into categories by main test outline topics. Students are able to receive specific grading feedback that provides an opportunity to immediately analyze competency levels in each subject area (i.e., Federal, MLO Knowledge, General Mortgage Knowledge, Ethics). If students fail an online test, they can retake the test as many times as required to pass. Many Ameritrain pre-license and exam preparation courses include a limited number of tests to compliment the course. Additional tests are available for online purchase.

Shipping

All online store purchases are downloaded or shipped generally within 48 hours of placing an order. Shipped items carry a shipping charge based on size, weight and method of delivery. Shipping charges will be identified when the order is processed.

Payments

All course enrollments require prepayment. Payments may be made online or through the assistance of Ameritrain Enrollment Advisors. Payments made by check must be received 5 days prior to the event.

Returns/Refunds/Cancelation

Products – Any product may be returned for a full refund if unopened and returned within 10 days of receipt. If an item is damaged in shipping it may be returned for exchange at no cost to the purchaser.

Online courses - No refunds are available for online classes once the class has been entered. Students may receive credit towards another course or product.

Private events – For private class, the cancellation fee is 50 percent of the minimum tuition. There is no refund within 5 days of the event. All private class cancellations are subject to a minimum cancellation fee of 10 percent of the tuition received. Ameritrain, at its discretion, may choose to waive all or part of the cancellation fees when an event is rescheduled. Corporate partners utilizing their own internal Ameritrain NMLS certified instructor are exempt from the cancellation fee policy.

Live class – Class registration must be completed by the fourth business day before a scheduled class. All cancellations are charged a 10 percent processing fee, unless the cancellation was a result of Ameritrain. Students may cancel a paid registration for a class up to seven business days before a scheduled class for a full refund subject to the processing fee. Cancellations after the full refund period and before the scheduled class begins will result in a credit towards a future class. No refunds are given for cancellations or no shows after the course has started.

Live class change request will be honored at no cost for all students that contact Ameritrain three business days prior to the class start date. Change requests within three business days of the start date will be subject to the processing fee penalty.

Ameritrain reserves the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment or instructor illness. If a class is cancelled, the student will be contacted by email and telephone to reschedule or arrange for a refund and/or credit. Ameritrain is not responsible for any losses incurred as a result of a course cancellation including any late fees or charges required by any licensing or regulating authority.Cancellations as a result of weather conditions are subject to reschedule only.

Content Disclaimers

While Ameritrain makes every attempt to provide accurate and up-to-date information on this site and in published materials, errors may occur. Ameritrain is not responsible for any damages or losses related to accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the content.

Property Rights

Except for reference materials in the public domain, all materials on this site, including design and organization of this website, are owned and copyrighted by Ameritrain Mortgage Institute Corporation. No reproduction or transmission of the materials at this site is permitted without the express written consent of Ameritrain. Ameritrain produces text books and other materials using Ameritrain owned intelligence. Any use of Ameritrain designed products or formats without the express written permission of Ameritrain is prohibited.

Security

Ameritrain takes every precaution to protect your information. Our website is authenticated through Verisign for the security of our customers. When a student submits sensitive information via the website, the information is protected both online and offline. Sensitive account numbers and other non- public information are not retained and will require resubmission for each transaction. Our secure server environment protects the integrity of your information and we retain sensitive information in a secure environment. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job (i.e. accounting and customer relations) are granted access to personal information. All information is password protected to avoid unauthorized access.

Privacy Policy

Respecting and protecting the privacy of participants is vital to our business. By explaining our privacy policy, we trust that students will better understand how we keep our participant information private and secure. Keeping participant information secure is a priority and we are disclosing our policies to help educate our customers about how we handle their personal information.

The Privacy Policy explains the following:

Protecting the confidentiality of participant information

Who is covered by the privacy policy

How we gather information

Opting Out

Protecting the Confidentiality of Participant Information
Our responsibility to protect our client privacy and confidentiality is taken very seriously. From time to time we enter into agreements with other companies to provide services to us or make products and services available. Under these agreements, companies may receive information about our clients. They agree to safeguard this information and not use it for any other purpose.

Who is Covered by the Privacy Policy
We provide our privacy policy to participants when they conduct business with our company. If we change our privacy policies to permit us to share additional information we have about you, as described below, or to permit disclosure to additional parties, you will be notified in advance. This privacy policy applies to current and former participants.

How we Gather InformationAs part of providing you with mortgage training, we obtain information about you via our website or in person.

Information We Share
We do not share your information with any company whose products and services are being marketed unless you authorize us to do so. These companies are not allowed to use this information for purposes beyond specific authorization. We also may share information about you within our corporate family.